Chinatodo
Who says cyberpunk cities only exist in movies? Lanzhou, the often-overlooked capital of Gansu Province, is taking the internet by storm with its jaw-dropping "Lanhattan" skyline.
Locals joke that their city transforms from "daytime Afghanistan to nighttime Manhattan" - but you'll only understand this surreal contrast when witnessing it from Lanshan Mountain's Three-Terrace Pavilion:
Golden Hour Magic
As dusk falls, the entire city basks in warm hues. Tower clusters nestle between mountain ridges like carefully arranged building blocks, while the Yellow River snakes through downtown like a glowing ribbon. This otherworldly northwest aesthetic looks straight out of a sci-fi game!
Photography Guide:
Vantage Point: Three-Terrace Pavilion (arrive before golden hour)
Transport: Minivans from Andingmen Bus Station (¥10/person)
Gear: 50-200mm lens for that compressed urban jungle effect
